The Best Healthy Banana Bread (Vegan & Gluten-Free)
Indulge in The Best Healthy Banana Bread (Vegan & Gluten-Free), a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This moist and fluffy banana bread is sweetened naturally with ripe bananas and coconut sugar, making it a guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love. With simple ingredients like oat flour and a dash of cinnamon, it’s not only easy to prepare but also versatile—customize it with your favorite nuts or vegan chocolate chips for extra flavor. Whether you enjoy it fresh from the oven or toasted with nut butter, this banana bread is sure to please.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas
- â…“ cup coconut sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup non-dairy milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp melted coconut oil
- 2 cups oat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- â…“ cup vegan chocolate chips
- ¼ cup walnuts (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly. Stir in coconut sugar, maple syrup, non-dairy milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
- Gradually add oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and any add-ins like vegan chocolate chips or walnuts. Mix gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and top with additional chocolate chips or walnuts if desired.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg